Anuradhapura

An ancient capital and religious center. This temple dates to around 600 AD. At o e tiñe, as many as 12,000 monks lived here. Most important is the tree in the first picture. This is said to be 2,000 years old and grown from a sapling taken from the Bodhi tree under which the Buddha meditated and received enlightenment. Next is the great stupa followed by a portion of the wall surrounding it. Scores of carved elephants are carved here, all the way around. Next are a couple of pics of the grounds including done of the many ruins from the time when this was a major center. Last are a couple of the permanent residents.Read more